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China: Chinese script. Tang Dynasty calligraphy attributed to Yan Zhenqing (709-785).

China: Chinese script. Tang Dynasty calligraphy attributed to Yan Zhenqing (709-785).

General Yan Zhenqing studied Chu Sui-Liang's calligraphy. Later, he became a disciple of Zhang Shui. He abandoned the existing rules of the earlier Tang Dynasty and created a brand new style. He is considered one of the most innovative and influential calligraphers in Chinese history.

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